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Autofécondation d’un épi de blé dans un champ du terrain expérimental du Moulon

Self-fertilisation of a wheat ear in a field at the Moulon experimental site in Essonne, Île-de-France. Research scientists are protecting the ear with a paper bag to ensure that self-fertilisation takes place. Self-fertilisation over several generations makes it possible to obtain pure lines. Research scientists at the Quantitative Genetics and Evolution - Le Moulon unit study the genetic, epigenetic and molecular control of both qualitative and quantitative traits, and their importance in the adaptation and evolutionary history of plant species. They optimize the selection process according to target characteristics (growth, development and adaptation), incorporating advances in genomics and harnessing genetic resources, while taking into account changes in environmental conditions and growing methods.

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